What if you get a stomach virus with the band? I know the doctor does not want anybody with a band repeatedly vomiting - do you go to the emergency room for an anti-nausea vaccine? I'm not banded yet but very concerned since I have a child in school and he brings home every sickness known to man and I have had the stomach thing numerous times and it's BAD and I'm assuming not so good for the band - any suggestions if this happens?

Maria

Just bumping

I asked the same question! My doctor prescribes a topical version of Phenergan (anti-emetic) for post-op nausea/vomiting. Just rub on the wrist to control nausea/vomiting. I assume I can get a refill to keep on hand for emergencies.

The only drawback is that the prescription has to be filled at a "compounding pharmacy", there's usually one close to every hospital. Also, shelf-life is <1yr, so I can forsee throwing perfectly good medicine away!

Ask your surgeon what s/he thinks about this topic. Every surgeon may be different, but mine wants me to call ASAP if I'm feeling fluish. Either call his office or my PCP. There is always someone on call to call you back if you have an issue. I also have some compazine supositories and some reglan pills on hand for times I'm feeling urpy.